President of PA United Track and Field Club | Head Event Coach | Founder of Wootten Athletics
**Coaching Credentials:**
- USATF Level 2 Jumps Certified Coach
- Over 27 years of coaching experience at the club, high school, and collegiate levels
- Founder of PA United Track and Field Club, established in 2019
- Founder of Wootten Athletics, a sports performance company
**Coaching Experience:**
- Head Track & Field Coach at New Hope Solebury High School
- Former Head Coach for Ambler Olympic Club
- Former Jumps & Hurdles Coach at Central Bucks East High School
- Former Throws Coach at Cheyney University
- Former Jumps & Strength Coach at Cabrini College and Gwynedd Mercy University
- Former Head Track & Field Coach, specializing in Jumps, Sprints, Hurdles, and Strength Training at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School
**Notable Achievements:**
- Coached the Male New Balance EE Long Jump Champion and Record Holder
- Coached the Female High School Penn Relays American High Jump Champion
- Coached the Young Women’s World Youth Trial High Jump Champion
- Guided athletes to 16 State Meet Gold Medals in High Jump, Hurdles, Sprints, and 800m
- Coached athletes to over 50 State Meet Medals across all event areas
- Mentored 20 District Champions in High Jump, Hurdles, Sprints, and 800m
- Developed numerous District Medalists in various track and field events
- Coached AAU National Champions in Jumps, Sprints, Distance, and Hurdles
- Trained 9 High School Penn Relays participants in 400 Hurdles, Long Jump, High Jump, and Triple Jump
- Produced NJSIAA Group Championship medalists in 400 Hurdles
- Coached USATF Junior Olympics Finals competitors in multiple event areas, including High Jump
**Education:**
- Associate of Liberal Arts Degree, Montgomery County Community College
**Philosophy:**
With a belief that proper coaching, training, and dedication can transform any motivated young athlete into their best self, Cardwell Wootten III takes a holistic approach to athlete development. His programs focus not just on physical skills but also on fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-confidence.
His coaching ethos emphasizes positive coaching, a welcoming team environment, and a competitive atmosphere, Cardwell Wootten III ensures that every athlete thrives both on and off the track.
